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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Metz
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
388 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Metz will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 8 buses that leave Lyon for Metz every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 388 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Metz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 388 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £254 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Metz bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Metz coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h55 | 02:25 Metz, Gare routière | 1 change | |
 94766 · 30486 | 16:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h00 | 02:25 Metz, Gare routière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h45 | 03:45 Metz, Gare routière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 12h05 | 10:45 Metz, Gare routière | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 34152 · 50478 | 01:10 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 7h35 | 08:45 Metz, Gare routière | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 01:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h05 | 07:30 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 7h00 | 16:30 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Lyon to Metz
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Buses from Lyon to Metz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 388 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 388 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to MetzYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Metz with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Metz coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Metz by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Metz, Gare routière, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Metz
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km)
- La Table de Pol (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 4, 5, 11 Train: TER
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